Sliding rooflights for Cardigan: the essentials
We handle sliding rooflights across Dyfed, including Cardigan. In short: box rooflights whose glass lid slides back for walk-out roof access. The survey checks structure, weathering and orientation, so the quote reflects your actual roof.
Chapels, barns and farm buildings converted across Wales often need bespoke or conservation-style glass. Think of sliding rooflights for walk-out access where a hatch would feel cramped.
Jobs in Cardigan are planned around access: whether the roof can be reached from the garden, whether a hoist or crane is needed, and where we can park. We check this when we measure.
What you can choose
- Box (glazed sides) or flat sliding lid
- Electric drive with safety edge
- Anthracite, black or RAL frames
- Integrated balustrade on some ranges
- Rain sensor
- Lockable from inside
- Electric operation with safety stops
What to check first
- The stair opening and headroom must meet Building Regulations
- Electric units need a dedicated supply and commissioning
Planning and building rules for Cardigan
In Wales a rooflight on a house is usually permitted development if it stands no more than 15 cm proud of the roof, except on protected land such as conservation areas and National Parks, where permission is needed. A side-facing rooflight within 10.5 m of the boundary must be obscure-glazed, and non-opening unless the opening part is more than 1.7 m above the floor.
In Wales the limiting values are 2.2 W/m²K for a rooflight and 1.4 W/m²K (or WER Band B) for a roof window in an existing house. Wales also has its own overheating rules (Part O) for new homes, in force since November 2022.
Our planning guide covers each nation in more detail.
What do sliding rooflights cost in Cardigan?
The ranges below are typical for straightforward jobs; your fixed price follows a survey of your roof.
| Option | Guide price inc VAT | Ex VAT |
|---|---|---|
| Large box slider with electric drive | £11,995 – £20,395 | £9,995 – £16,995 |
| Standard box slider Typical | £8,995 – £13,195 | £7,495 – £10,995 |
| Flat sliding lid | £7,195 – £9,595 | £5,995 – £7,995 |
The process, step by step
- Get in touch. Use the form, WhatsApp or the guide-price tool with your Cardigan address.
- Free site visit. For new installs we survey free, measure and confirm the roof detail.
- Agree the quote. You approve the specification and price before anything is ordered.
- Fitting and handover. We install, clean down and leave product and warranty documents.
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Sliding rooflights in Cardigan: questions
What if it is raining?
Fitted with a rain sensor, an electric unit closes automatically. Most also have a manual override for power cuts.
Does it need planning permission?
A box unit that projects above the roof plane can need planning permission, especially on the front of a house or in a conservation area. We check before you order.
How heavy is it?
Box sliders weigh hundreds of kilograms, so delivery may need a crane or lifting gear, and the structure must be checked.
Do you fit sliding rooflights in Cardigan?
Yes. We survey and fit sliding rooflights in Cardigan and across Dyfed. Send your postcode and we will offer a survey date when we reply.
Will I need planning permission in Cardigan?
Planning rules in Wales are tighter than in England for rooflights: Class C rights do not apply in conservation areas, National Parks or AONBs, so a rooflight there needs planning permission.
